Public Health at Bryant & Stratton College-Parma

Bryant & Stratton's Public Health certificate produces graduates earning at Ohio's median for the credential, though the small sample size—fewer than 30 graduates—means these numbers could shift significantly with more data. That said, the $28,528 first-year earnings figure puts graduates at the 60th percentile statewide, suggesting modest but real positioning among Ohio's handful of programs.

The financial picture looks manageable: $17,726 in debt represents just 0.62 times first-year earnings, well below the 1.0 threshold that typically signals trouble. For a certificate program serving a predominantly Pell-eligible population (68%), this relatively low debt load matters—these students can't afford to stumble out of the gate with unmanageable payments. The debt sits at the 25th percentile nationally, meaning three-quarters of similar programs saddle students with more borrowing.

The real limitation here is the small graduating class. With only seven Ohio schools offering this certificate and limited comparative data, it's hard to gauge how stable these outcomes are or whether this program has a sustainable track record. For families considering this as a healthcare career entry point, the debt burden won't sink you, but verify current enrollment numbers and job placement rates before committing—small programs can be nimble or precarious, and you need to know which applies here.